Childcare Supervisor (RECE)

Toronto Island | Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: as soon as possible.  The centre’s current supervisor is retiring in the                spring and we would like as much overlap as possible. 

Do you enjoy working in a nature-rich, outdoor environment? Are you interested in adventure, problem-solving, and working as a part of a unique, tight-knit community on Toronto Island? Waterfront Montessori Children’s Centre (WMCC) is seeking a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our team as Childcare Supervisor. WMCC is a licensed 24–32 space co-operative, non-profit preschool located on Toronto Island, offering a unique program that blends Montessori, play-based, and nature-based learning with extensive year-round outdoor time.This is an amazing opportunity for a RECE interested in adventure. 

Children attending WMCC live both on Toronto Island and in the city. We do not have catchment restrictions and proudly serve a diverse community of families. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply; proximity to Toronto Island is not a requirement. 

This is a full-time, permanent leadership role in an inspiring, nature-rich environment. 

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and staff

• Ensure program compliance with provincial and municipal licensing requirements

• Integrate Montessori and nature-based curriculum

• Collaborate with the WMCC Parent Board on budgeting, licensing, staffing, and operations

• Oversee enrolment, waiting list, tours, and open houses

• Maintain policies, handbooks, and office operations

• Liaise with Toronto Public Health and community partners

• Work in collaboration with WMCC’s part-time administrator who supports bookkeeping, payroll, paperwork, and project management
  

Qualifications

• RECE in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators

• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in licensed childcare

• Knowledge of CCEYA, licensing, quality assurance, and CWELCC

• Experience with Montessori, play-based, and nature programming

• Strong communication and organizational skills; proficiency with Lillio

• Valid Vulnerable Sector Check

• Up-to-date immunizations 

• CPR/First Aid Level C

• Legally entitled to work in Canada
  

Position Details

• Salary Range: $75,075 to $79,625 

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.– 4.45p.m., with one hour paid lunch break 

• In person, on-site work.

• Health & dental plan, vacation time and pay per Ontario ESA, paid sick days, paid ferry fee, WMCC is part of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC)

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For more information, visit our website at https://www.waterfrontmontessori.ca/careers. Send your cover letter and resume to: kathleen@waterfrontmontessori.ca 

WMCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process please let us know.